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Title: Identify the two types of fiber, describe how they are processed by the body, an Post by: mikael on Aug 12, 2013 Identify the two types of fiber, describe how they are processed by the body, and explain their health benefits.
Title: Re: Identify the two types of fiber, describe how they are processed by the body, an Post by: doseofmegan on Aug 12, 2013 Content hidden
Title: Re: Identify the two types of fiber, describe how they are processed by the body, an Post by: padre on Aug 12, 2013 • Soluble: soluble in water; can be digested by colon flora. Short-chain fatty acids produced that provide health benefits to the colonocytes. Decreases transit time in the upper GI, which aids with blood glucose control. Provides satiety. Binds bile acids (cholesterol) for excretion.
• Insoluble: Provides satiety. Bulks up the stool, which prevents constipation and decreases risk for diverticulosis and colon cancer. Title: Re: Identify the two types of fiber, describe how they are processed by the body, an Post by: mikael on Aug 13, 2013 :) Thanks
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